- Low 1 case minimums.
- All candy bars are kosher.
- 100% gluten & peanut free.
- 90 years of tradition.
- High in protein, low in fat.
- A great option to candy.
- 11 top selling brands.
- Faster turnaround time.
- Easy $1 selling price.
- Best-selling $2 & $3 brands.
- Gluten & GMO-free corn.
- No high fructose corn syrup.
- 2-Year scent guarantee.
- 100% recycled materials.
- Non-toxic & eco-friendly.
- Popular $1-3 items.
- Up to 58% profit.
- Large product selection.
- Earn up to 50% profit.
- High-quality brushed steel.
- Double-wall constructed.
- Make up to 65% profit.
- Daily discounts for 1 year.
- 2-sided four-color printing.
- A fun way to get donations.
- Collect $100 per card.
- Make up to 90% profit.
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How Does Direct Sale Fundraising Work?
Also known as in-hand or point-of-sale fundraising, showing people the product instead of just letting them look through a catalog is an easier way for many groups to raise money, improving buyer confidence.
Having a product in hand also leads to impulse purchasing, which is often true when selling inexpensive treats like candy bars or lollipops. Sellers can simultaneously exchange items for money without returning to deliver items, as seen with a brochure fundraiser.
Once you determine which product you want to sell, you will want to know how much you need to order, which can be one of the challenges of direct selling. Order too much, and you'll end up with leftover products. And if you don't order enough, you'll need to place a second order.
Our 'Calculate Your Profit' tool helps ensure that your order is correct the first time. Enter your group size and the number of items you want each member to sell.
There are two primary ways to place your order:
- Prepay with a debit or credit card
- Submit a purchase order (Available to public school groups only)
Orders are often processed on the same day and delivered within a few business days. After your kickoff meeting with your group, we recommend using a tracking sheet to monitor your sales. You should also set a deadline date for returning the money.
Why Our Direct Sale Fundraisers?
- Best Quality. Our products offer consumers the finest value in fundraising. Sell preferred brands like Poppin Popcorn, Yummy Lix, and Smencils at the lowest possible price.
- Show the Product. Let people see what they’re buying upfront.
- One-stop selling. No going back a second time to deliver the customer’s order.
- Affordable merchandise. Products sell for as little as $1 each.
- Low Minimums. Groups can order as low as 1 case.
- Unique 'Calculate Your Profit' Tool. Determine how much product you need to order to reach your fundraising goal.
- Free Shipping. There is no cost to ship your order. And if you need to order more, we won't charge you to send any reorders.
- Dedicated Customer Service. We're here to support your fundraising efforts. You'll receive quick responses to any questions and relevant sales tips.
- No Cost to Start. Public schools can submit a purchase order.
Questions About Direct Sale Fundraising
Sponsors order and distribute the product to their group to sell to family and friends. Money is usually turned back into the group within a week. Your profit is the difference between what you pay the company and the money you collect.
Our biggest sellers are beef jerky, lollipops, and candy bars. On the other hand, custom tumblers are a unique fundraising idea that allows groups to make up to $15 profit per item.
Select a product and use our secure checkout process to place your order. A second option for public school groups is to submit a purchase order form. We’ll then ship you your product.
There is no upfront cost to start a direct sale fundraiser if you are a public school and use a purchase order. Payment is due within 15 days of receipt of the product.
Before issuing products to your group, we recommend using an inventory tracking sheet. This allows you to collect seller contact information, how much product is given out, and how much money needs to be turned in.
We recommend giving your group 1 week to sell and return the money.
Many school districts have rules about selling certain products on campus. Selling is typically allowed before or after school.
Direct Sale Fundraiser Suggestions & Tips
- Schedule a time to meet with your group to kick off your sale, allowing you to discuss your goals and expectations.
- Set a sales goal for your group members. Many of our cases contain inner carriers with an appropriate quantity of items for each participant to sell.
- Periodically remind your participants about the sales process and your deadline for submitting the money.
- Ensure all money is turned in before issuing additional products to sell.
- Plan your fundraiser around a special occasion or holiday., giving people more reasons to buy. Consider theme products like Holiday Smencils or Yummy Hearts lollipops.
- Encourage sellers to buy for themselves, their friends, and their family.
- Ask interested group members to resell any returned product in exchange for a portion of the profit.
Ensure you offer people a product you and your group believe will sell well in your area. Consider taking a survey. You can always ask sellers what they think, but be sure to also consult with people at your school. Once you’ve narrowed your list to 3-5 products, ask people to choose their preference. Consider expanding your reach by doing an online poll.
Confirming that no one else is selling your product simultaneously is important. Many schools require groups to sign up for a specific selling period, protecting buyers from being inundated with fundraisers and preventing product redundancy.
Remember that the cheapest-selling product won’t necessarily generate the highest profit. For example, you’ll have to sell many more lollipops to bring in the same profit as discount cards.
Pro Tip: Offer the first seller an incentive or special privilege to turn 100% of their money.
Your goal is to create a sense of urgency and prompt your sellers to turn in their money as quickly as possible. There are ways that you can do that.
Most sponsors distribute products to their group and instruct them to sell these products to friends, family, and neighbors. It’s even better if participants ask family members to help them sell. For example, parents can take the product to work.
Another effective way to boost sales is by partnering with a local store that attracts a lot of foot traffic. You can obtain permission to set up a table and create a sign, and inform people about your fundraiser. Some may even throw in a bonus tip at the selling price, which is a terrific way to sell your product in a couple of hours instead of over a week.
Also, consider offering a special prize to whoever turns all their money in first.